Partial Gröbner bases for multiobjective integer linear optimization

This paper presents a new methodology for solving multiobjective integer linear programs (MOILP) using tools from algebraic geometry. We introduce the concept of partial Gr¨obner basis for a family of multiobjective programs where the right-hand side varies. This new structure extends the notion of Gr¨obner basis for the single objective case to the case of multiple objectives, i.e., when there is a partial ordering instead of a total ordering over the feasible vectors. The main property of these bases is that the partial reduction of the integer elements in the kernel of the constraint matrix by the different blocks of the basis is zero. This property allows us to prove that this new construction is a test family for a family of multiobjective programs. An algorithm “´a la Buchberger” is developed to compute partial Gr¨obner bases, and two different approaches are derived, using this methodology, for computing the entire set of Pareto-optimal solutions of any MOILP problem. Some examples illustrate the application of the algorithm, and computational experiments are reported on several families of problems.Ministerio de Educación y Cienci

An exact algebraic ϵ-constraint method for bi-objective linear integer programming based on test sets

A new exact algorithm for bi-objective linear integer problems is presented, based on the classic - constraint method and algebraic test sets for single-objective linear integer problems. Our method pro- vides the complete Pareto frontier N of non-dominated points and, for this purpose, it considers exactly |N | single-objective problems by using reduction with test sets instead of solving with an optimizer. Al- though we use Gröbner bases for the computation of test sets, which may provoke a bottleneck in princi- ple, the computational results are shown to be promising, especially for unbounded knapsack problems,for which any usual branch-and-cut strategy could be much more expensive. Nevertheless, this algorithmcan be considered as a potentially faster alternative to IP-based methods when test sets are available.Ministerio de Economía y Competitividad MTM2016-74983-C2-1-RMinisterio de Economía y Competitividad MTM2016-75024-PJunta de Andalucía P12-FQM-269

Parallel Manipulators

In recent years, parallel kinematics mechanisms have attracted a lot of attention from the academic and industrial communities due to potential applications not only as robot manipulators but also as machine tools. Generally, the criteria used to compare the performance of traditional serial robots and parallel robots are the workspace, the ratio between the payload and the robot mass, accuracy, and dynamic behaviour. In addition to the reduced coupling effect between joints, parallel robots bring the benefits of much higher payload-robot mass ratios, superior accuracy and greater stiffness; qualities which lead to better dynamic performance. The main drawback with parallel robots is the relatively small workspace. A great deal of research on parallel robots has been carried out worldwide, and a large number of parallel mechanism systems have been built for various applications, such as remote handling, machine tools, medical robots, simulators, micro-robots, and humanoid robots. This book opens a window to exceptional research and development work on parallel mechanisms contributed by authors from around the world. Through this window the reader can get a good view of current parallel robot research and applications

Control Systems in Engineering and Optimization Techniques

The portfolio diversification strategy study is useful to help investors to plan for the best investment strategy in maximizing return with the given level of risk or minimizing risk. Further, a new set of generalized sufficient conditions for the existence and uniqueness of the solution and finite-time stability has been achieved by using Generalized Gronwall-Bellman inequality. Moreover, a novel development is proposed to solve classical control theory’s difference diagrams and transfer functions. Advanced TCP strategies and free parametrization for continuous-time LTI systems and quality of operation of control systems are presented

Applications of Mathematical Models in Engineering

The most influential research topic in the twenty-first century seems to be mathematics, as it generates innovation in a wide range of research fields. It supports all engineering fields, but also areas such as medicine, healthcare, business, etc. Therefore, the intention of this Special Issue is to deal with mathematical works related to engineering and multidisciplinary problems. Modern developments in theoretical and applied science have widely depended our knowledge of the derivatives and integrals of the fractional order appearing in engineering practices. Therefore, one goal of this Special Issue is to focus on recent achievements and future challenges in the theory and applications of fractional calculus in engineering sciences. The special issue included some original research articles that address significant issues and contribute towards the development of new concepts, methodologies, applications, trends and knowledge in mathematics. Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the following: Fractional mathematical models; Computational methods for the fractional PDEs in engineering; New mathematical approaches, innovations and challenges in biotechnologies and biomedicine; Applied mathematics; Engineering research based on advanced mathematical tools

Expanding the Horizons of Manufacturing: Towards Wide Integration, Smart Systems and Tools

This research topic aims at enterprise-wide modeling and optimization (EWMO) through the development and application of integrated modeling, simulation and optimization methodologies, and computer-aided tools for reliable and sustainable improvement opportunities within the entire manufacturing network (raw materials, production plants, distribution, retailers, and customers) and its components. This integrated approach incorporates information from the local primary control and supervisory modules into the scheduling/planning formulation. That makes it possible to dynamically react to incidents that occur in the network components at the appropriate decision-making level, requiring fewer resources, emitting less waste, and allowing for better responsiveness in changing market requirements and operational variations, reducing cost, waste, energy consumption and environmental impact, and increasing the benefits. More recently, the exploitation of new technology integration, such as through semantic models in formal knowledge models, allows for the capture and utilization of domain knowledge, human knowledge, and expert knowledge toward comprehensive intelligent management. Otherwise, the development of advanced technologies and tools, such as cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things, the Industrial Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, etc., have captured the attention of manufacturing enterprises toward intelligent manufacturing systems